The Legacy Blog

A headstone is one of the most permanent ways to honor our loved ones and a longstanding tradition. It's a physical memorial to the life they lived. However, headstones face the elements with little cover, and over the years, they can become worn and in disrepair. ...

Losing a loved one is never easy, and it is often difficult to know where to start when planning a memorial. One of the most important factors is the type of headstone material to choose.  However, with the different options available, many people may need a little...

Create a Lasting Legacy: The Enduring Beauty of Burial and Monuments At Create a Legacy, we understand the profound importance of honoring loved ones. While cremation is increasingly popular, many overlook the value of having a cemetery lot. Choosing a traditional or...

When we lose a loved one, we often want to keep their memory alive. While there are many ways of doing this, headstones and monuments make for a beautiful and meaningful way to celebrate a life. Apart from being a burial marker, these memorials humanize the deceased...

 In the wake of losing someone you hold dear, a monument that pays tribute to the life they lived is a poignant gift. It is a timeless gift that will remind everyone who sees it of the deep love this person had from their family and friends. Create a Legacy in Stone...

Losing a loved one is an emotional journey filled with grief, pain, and a profound sense of loss. Your mind and body must adapt to life without someone you care deeply for, and there’s no predictable timeline for the process. Fortunately, there are ways to honor a...

Choosing memorial symbols—whether in a time of need or preparation for your inevitable service—can be confusing. There are many different memorial symbols and meanings to choose from, and making even the most minor decisions in the face of grief can feel...

Funeral preplanning ensures that end-of-life services are carefully orchestrated and executed according to your wishes. At Create a Legacy in Stone, our primary area of expertise is memorial planning and creation. While we don’t offer funeral preplanning services, we...

In the solemn tranquility of cemeteries, headstones stand proudly as storytellers of lives once lived. The chosen headstone designs are beyond mere markers of a loved one gone—they are immortalizations of passions, family bonds, and personal legacy. The choice to...

The journey through grief is painful, and it's not a linear process. Instead, it consists of seven phases everyone experiences in their unique way, and it’s possible to skip steps or sometimes go in reverse. In this blog, we will explore the 7 stages of grief and...

When faced with the emotional overwhelm of an unexpected loss, arranging a memorial quickly can be equally challenging. A temporary headstone can serve as a tangible marker during this time, offering a place for loved ones to pay their respects while a permanent...

Losing a loved one is difficult no matter the circumstances, and during such an emotional time, planning a gravestone or memorial may seem like an overwhelming task. Every day at Create A Legacy In Stone, we work with grieving individuals to thoughtfully plan tributes...